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Keeping a wide area ICEYE over land and sea

The Finnish satellite imagery specialist ICEYE has announced wide area imaging capabilities covering 10,000 km² data acquisitions via its SAR (synthetic-aperture radar) satellite constellation. It claims to be the first SAR satellite provider to achieve wide-area Scan mode imaging, with the persistent monitoring capabilities now commercially available. ICEYE says the new Scan imaging is particularly ...

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US Space Force extends Raytheon contract for OCX GPS capabilities

The US Space Force has awarded an OCX 3F contract to Raytheon Intelligence and Space to build up its GPS capabilities. Specifically, the Space and Missile Systems Center (SMC) has awarded a $228 million contract for the GPS next-generation Operational Control System (OCX) Follow-On (OCX 3F). It extends an initial contract with the aerospace and ...

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Northrop Grumman solar arrays power OneSat satcoms

Airbus Defence and Space has awarded Northrop Grumman a contract for the design, development and production of 24 ship sets of solar arrays for its OneSat satellite product line. The solar arrays are a 20kW-class system that deploys over 18 meters in order to provide energy to the satellite, says Northrop. They will power the ...

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TechWorks 2021 Awards open for entries

TechWorks is now accepting award applications for the 2021 TechWorks Awards Ceremony, which celebrate excellence within the technology industry. The organisation is looking to recognise organisations who have achieved significant business improvement through development of new products, processes, operational excellence market innovation and outstanding performance within the last year. This year, the awards are split ...

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ERNI Electronics signs Digi-Key for global distribution

ERNI Electronics has signed a global distribution partnership with Digi-Key Electronics for its robust miniature connectors, aimed at industries such as IoT, automotive, transportation, aerospace, military, industrial, medical, lighting, communications and instrumentation. The ERNI connectors and cable assemblies – highlighted for security and strong vibration resistance – include dual beam female contacts, terminal position assurance ...

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Raytheon Intelligence & Space boosts quarterly results

Raytheon Technologies, the aerospace and defence specialist, has reported its first quarter 2021 results, posting revenues of $15.3 billion with an earning per share of $0.90. Raytheon Technologies chief executive officer Greg Hayes (pictured), commented: “Raytheon Technologies delivered strong first quarter results with sales, adjusted EPS and free cash flow that were above our initial ...

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Digi-Key video series examines “Smarter, Safer Cities”

Digi-Key is launching a new video series on the impact of technology in smart cities around the world. Dubbed “Smarter, Safer Cities”, it is a three-part exploration of some of the most advanced cities globally. Specifically, looking at how the latest technology and innovations can change the way people work, commute and live. “We’re excited ...

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Digi-Key partners with ArkX Laboratories for voice-enabled IoT

Digi-Key has announced a global distribution partnership with ArkX Laboratories to offer its Advanced Far-field Voice Capture AFE module and development kit for voice-enabled IoT products. “ArkX’s advanced far-field products enable engineers and developers to bring a powerful voice experience to their products,” said David Stein, vp of global supplier management for Digi-Key. “Digi-Key is ...

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Binder turns corner with right-angle connector versions

The circular connector specialist binder has announced right-angle housing versions of its M12 and M16 connectors. Specifically, the the 423, 713, 715 and 825 series will expanded with a shielded, two-part right-angle housing. This provides new options to widen the range of applications and increase future demand, says the company: “[The] 423, 713, 715 and ...

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Further batch of OneWeb satellites nears constellation to service

OneWeb has added 36 further satellites to its constellation, the partly-UK government owned company has confirmed. This brings its total in-orbit constellation to 182 satellites, part of its intended 648 Low-Earth Orbit fleet for providing broadband connectivity services. The satellites were dispensed in nine batches, over a period of 3 hours 52 minutes, with signal ...

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